A group of Dutch and British researchers investigated which factors are associated with an increased risk of developing early-onset dementia. They analyzed data from more than 356,000 study participants recorded in the UK Biobank, a large-scale long-term study in Great Britain. If the first...
Hearing loss is one of the most important risk factors for developing dementia. However, this risk can be reduced by using a hearing aid or a cochlear implant. Researchers from Singapore have discovered that people who no longer hear well and therefore wear a hearing aid reduce the long-term decline of their cognitive abilities...
Online platform „Safe Care at Home“: The new free digital offering from the Bavarian Digital Dementia Register (digiDEM Bayern) is a practical and interactive guide for interior design for people with dementia and their caregivers. Whether for the living room, bedroom, or hallway: In the „virtual house,“ which the accident insurance ...
People with dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) have more than double the risk of falling. To what extent can digital technologies such as sensors, virtual reality systems, and apps therefore help to reduce both the risk of falling and the number of falls themselves? Researchers from...
digiDEM Bavaria, the largest digital dementia registry in Germany, continues to grow and reaches a new high with more than 2,000 participants from all seven Bavarian administrative districts. This unique research project is one of the largest projects for the collection of long-term data in dementia research within the European Union (EU). The …
Cognitive abilities acquired throughout life through education and other mental activities can delay the onset of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia. This is what the ‚Cognitive Reserve‘ hypothesis states. Researchers from Norway and America have, in this context, examined the aspect of cognitive demands in the workplace more closely...
It is widely known and understandable that people with dementia whose needs for (care) support are unmet suffer from a lower quality of life. Behavioral problems and depression can also be a consequence. However, that even met needs of people with dementia can be associated with a lower health-related quality of life has been shown by a...
Loneliness and social isolation are important issues for older adults. This is particularly true for those with dementia, which is often still associated with feelings of stigma. But it's not just those affected who can suffer from being alone. Caregivers and family members involved in care can also experience…
A research group from the USA investigated whether a virtual group exercise program has positive effects on the quality of life of people with cognitive impairments and their caregivers. Furthermore, the researchers wanted to find out what underlying mechanisms might be responsible. Dementia can negatively affect the quality of life of people with...
Strawberries are among the most popular seasonal fruits of the spring and summer months. Fortunately, they are not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. A study published in the journal Nutrients shows that regular consumption can contribute to a reduction in the risk of dementia. It has long been known that certain modifiable...
